Newcastle United's Brazilian striker #07 Joelinton celebrates after scoring his team first goal during the UEFA Champions League Group F football match between Newcastle United and AC Milan at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on December 13, 2023. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP) (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)
Joelinton has sent a message to Newcastle United fans after his goal was not enough to overcome AC Milan in last night’s game.
Joelinton had a fantastic game against the Italians, putting Newcastle up in the first half, but his efforts were insufficient to get his team into the Champions League knockout stages.
In an interview with NUFCTV, Joelinton expressed his gratitude to the fans on the night and during the tournament, and expressed his disappointment at not being able to win the game for them.
Joelinton was Newcastle’s star man last night
The attention-grabbing moment of Newcastle’s first goal will undoubtedly be the spectacular finish, with the Brazilian expertly placing the ball into the top corner, bringing immense joy to the St James’ Park crowd.
However, what truly made the midfielder effective, despite the unfavorable result, was his overall performance both on and off the ball. Joelinton showcased his versatility by covering every inch of the pitch and channeling the remaining energy from the last two games into a remarkable display.
Despite falling short of securing a spot in the Champions League or Europa League, Newcastle can leave the tournament with their heads held high, having given their all on the field against Milan.
Reflecting on the game, Joelinton expressed gratitude to the fans, acknowledging their unwavering support throughout the season. He emphasized the team’s effort and the disappointment of not achieving the desired result but conveyed appreciation for the fans’ continuous backing.
